 "Netflix's Maharaj: Shalini Pandey reacts to rape scene with Jaideep Ahlawat, says, 'I need time, I need some...'")
Arjun Reddy fame actress Shalini Pandey is currently basking in the success of her latest Netflix release Maharaj, which marked the debut of Aamir Khan’s son Junaid Khan. In a recent interview, she opened up about shooting the ‘charan seva’ rape scene with Jaideep Ahlawat.
“When I actually did that scene with the Maharaj, the ‘charan seva’ scene… till the time I actually did it, I did not realise what impact it had on me because I did the scene and suddenly, I went out and I told my team I don’t want to be in a closed room, I need time, I need some fresh air, I am getting a little anxious,” said Pandey while talking to Bollywood Hungama.
Talking about her character, she added, “Playing Kishori who is such a naive sweet… Initially, when I read it, I was like bevakoof hai yeh toh (she is stupid) but then I realised she is not stupid, she just doesn’t know any better. She was conditioned so much that she believed everything she was doing. When you feel and do it and think about it, it shatters you. Then you realise she is not stupid. I hope she knew that this was happening to her.”
Talking about the review, Firstpost gave _Maharaj_ 3 stars and wrote, “Director Malhotra managed to deal with this sensitive topic with utmost sincerity and maturity. Talking about the performances, Junaid Khan makes a confident debut and puts his best foot forward for the unconventional role. While Shalini Pandey and Sharvari Wagh have played the role, its Jaideep Ahlawat, who has stolen the show with his impeccable and powerful portrayal of JJ. The versatile actor makes a strong statement even with his minimalistic dialogues thanks to his ability to deliver supreme emotions with layers. On the whole, Maharaj deserves a watch for bringing out the sensitive part of Indian history and the heroic mindset of Karsandas Mulji.”
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